2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 279 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Cee'd | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
